Tencel™ and lyocell fabrics are gaining rapid popularity in the sewing world and they often come with the “more sustainable option” tag line but you may be wondering, what does “more sustainable” actually mean. Let us break it down for you!
The terms Tencel™ and lyocell are often used interchangeably, bringing about some confusion. Tencel™ is the registered name for the fabric lyocell, made and trademarked by the Austrian company, Lenzing. Lenzing is world renowned for their closed loop production system which recycles over 99% of the non-toxic solvents they use to produce lyocell fibres. They are a trusted partner in sustainable forestry practices, renewable energy and eco-friendly manufacturing processes.